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American Physical Therapy Association
The American Physical Therapy Association is the principal organization representing and promoting the profession of physical therapy.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics for those working in PT jobs
The Bureau of Labor Statistics provides a comprehensive overview of physical therapy employment.

The Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy
The Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy develops and administers the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) for both PTs and PT Aids.

Physio Tools
PhysioTools is an online software application designed to make the process of prescribing personalized exercise regimes quick and easy.

WebPT
WebPT is a web-based physical therapy software system that ensures compliance, efficiency, and quality of care in a physical therapist practice.

Therapy Times: An Online Resource for PT
Therapy Times provides an online daily resource for nursing, nutrition, occupational, pediatric, physical, respiratory and speech therapists to improve patient care and further their careers.

PT Journal of the American Physical Therapy Association
PT Journal is the official publication of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and is an international, scholarly, peer-reviewed journal.

Today In PT–an editorial resource for those with PT careers
Today in PT is a leading glossy four color publication with quality in-depth editorials for physical therapist and physical therapy assistants.

Orthopedic Physical Therapy Products
Orthopedic Physical Therapy Products provides healthcare and fitness professionals with orthopedic, physical therapy, rehabilitation and fitness products.

The American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists
The American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists promotes high standards of patient care through advocacy, education, and literature and research.

The American Academy of Physical Therapy
The American Academy of Physical Therapy is dedicated to promoting awareness and research to the African American community.

The American Association of Intensive Pediatric Physical Therapy
The American Association of Intensive Pediatric Physical Therapy provides information for parents of disabled children who are searching for the most innovative pediatric physical therapy treatments.

The American College of Rheumatology
The American College of Rheumatology is an organization of and for physicians, health professionals, and scientists who care for people with arthritis and rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases.

The American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine
The American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine serves people with disabling conditions by promoting rehabilitation research and facilitating information dissemination and the transfer of technology.

The American Music Therapy Association
The American Music Therapy Association promotes public awareness of the benefits of music therapy and access to such services.

The American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM)
The American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM) is a national organization of orthopedic surgeons dedicated to sports medicine and helping athletes prevent and manage injury.

The American Society of Hand Therapists
The American Society of Hand Therapists is a professional organization comprised of licensed occupational and physical therapists who specialize in the treatment and rehabilitation of the upper extremity (hands, shoulders, arms, and elbows).

The Section on Aquatic Physical Therapy
The Section on Aquatic Physical Therapy is a resource for physical therapists interested in using the water for various aspects of their careers.

The Section on Pediatrics
The Section on Pediatrics promotes the highest quality of life for all children, people with developmental disabilities, and their families.

The Section on Home Health
The Section on Home Health is a specialty component of the APTA, serving physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, and physical therapy students who either specialize in or have an interest in a home health setting.

The National Rehabilitation Association (NRA)
The National Rehabilitation Association (NRA) promotes ethical and state of the art practice in rehabilitation with the goal of personal and economic independence of persons with disabilities.

The Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America
The Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America works to improve the lives of people with disabilities through the use of technology.

The National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA)
The National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) is the professional membership association for certified athletic trainers and others who support the athletic training profession.

The National Strength and Conditioning Association
The National Strength and Conditioning Association program was created to identify individuals who possess the knowledge and skills to design and implement safe and effective strength and conditioning programs.

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is the United States government’s principal agency for protecting the health of all Americans and providing essential human services, especially for those who are least able to help themselves.